What are the three most important elements of being a good friend?

1. Trust- show people they can trust you by being dependable.
2. Loyalty- show loyalty by always sticking up for your friend and showing them you are by their side through thick and thin.
3. Compassion- show compassion by being empathetic and always trying to consider your friend's point of view, especially during disagreements.
4. Honesty- show honesty by doing what you say you are going to do and always telling the truth.
5. Communication- communication is a two way street, just as others listen to you, you have to listen to others as they communicate their thoughts, feelings, and ideas.

loyalty, reliability and trustworthy

Honesty, receptivity, and loyalty.

A good friend is loyal and speaks kindly of you when you are not around, and does not criticize behind your back. A good friend is there when you cry. A good friend encourages you to at least try, even if your idea is lame.

Honesty, loyalty, and trustworthy. You lack any 3, they are not going to be friends long.

Not everyone can be a good listener. Listening is more than just sitting there looking interested, it's BEING interested, and really hearing what the other person is telling you.